Demanding
About
Rifugio Bonacossa stands at 2,387m on the eastern flank of Monte Rosa, in the Val d'Ayas valley of Lombardy's Aosta Valley border region. Reach it from Champoluc by hiking past Alpe Peraccia—allow 3 to 3.5 hours from the village. The approach gains 1,100m elevation steadily but rarely steeply, following clear paths through pasture then broken rock and scree. This is a working approach, not a scenic walk.
The hut holds 70 beds across simple shared rooms. Half-board meals are standard; the kitchen produces reliable mountain food. A basic alpine hut environment—dormitory-style, cold showers, no Wi-Fi. The season runs from June through September, with weekends and July-August requiring advance planning. The hut serves as a base for traverses toward Castor, Pollux and Walzenhorn on the Rosa massif, and as a stopping point for longer Alpine glacier routes.
Call ahead to book, especially for Friday and Saturday nights during July and August. Direct phone contact is essential—email responses can be slow. Book at least two weeks in advance for peak season, longer if you're part of a group larger than six people. Single walkers can often find space with shorter notice on weekday nights. Confirm meal requirements when booking.
The hut holds 70 beds across simple shared rooms. Half-board meals are standard; the kitchen produces reliable mountain food. A basic alpine hut environment—dormitory-style, cold showers, no Wi-Fi. The season runs from June through September, with weekends and July-August requiring advance planning. The hut serves as a base for traverses toward Castor, Pollux and Walzenhorn on the Rosa massif, and as a stopping point for longer Alpine glacier routes.
Call ahead to book, especially for Friday and Saturday nights during July and August. Direct phone contact is essential—email responses can be slow. Book at least two weeks in advance for peak season, longer if you're part of a group larger than six people. Single walkers can often find space with shorter notice on weekday nights. Confirm meal requirements when booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially July-August; weekday slots often available with shorter notice. Contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September, with staff present daily during peak season. Confirm exact dates by phone before planning, as Alpine weather can affect opening.
Hike from Champoluc village (3–3.5 hours, 1,100m elevation gain) via Alpe Peraccia on clear but straightforward paths through pasture and scree—solid approach work rather than scenic terrain.
70 beds in shared rooms, half-board meals (dinner and breakfast) included; basic amenities typical of mountain rifugio—expect simple accommodation and no private showers.
Suitable for fit hikers comfortable with 3+ hours and sustained elevation gain; not ideal for young children, but manageable for teenagers with Alpine experience.
Location
46.2876, 9.6638
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4.8
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- "Aperto tra giugno e settembre tutti i giorni. In caso di previsioni di neve o maltempo suggeriamo di contattare il gestore per verificare l'apertura del Rifugio."
- Total
- 70
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 342 645 161
- Website
- https://rifugioallievibonacossa.it/
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